Re: Fibreglass cowling enclosure around C Drive
Jose Venegas
Barry,
The only time you will need to do something about it is when you start feeling vibration on the prop while motoring or motor sailing in waves. I recently had to replace the rubber sleeve since the bolt was all the way in. Not a big deal but it required to take the boat out of the water and a lot of torque to unscrew the bolt. Jose Ipanema SM 278
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Re: AMEL orange boot stripe
Jose Venegas
Ken,
Actually the picture was taken in Glaucester April 2019, more than 7 years after it was painted! What was new in the pic was the bottom paint. The remarkable thing is that the paint is still shining after 8 years with minimal amount of maintenance. The weakness of the paint is when you scratch it, because it can not be buffed like the gelcoat. Up to a month ago, I had been lucky and had had NO scratches. Unfortunately that changed when we entered sailing to Curaçao with very little wind and with a overheating engine (actually I erroneously thought it was). As we approached the dock, one of the fenders came up and it caused a 3 feet scratch that I will have to repaired when I get to Cartagena. Well 9 years without scratches was not too bad considering that the first 8 years we were getting in and out of a marina in Boston every weekend, 6 months per year. Jose Ipanema SM2K 278
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Re: Fibreglass cowling enclosure around C Drive
eric freedman
It Doesn't hurt to check it,
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The assembly should not be loose. It probably 30 minutes of work, mostly digging out the sealant. Eric
On October 4, 2020 at 9:22 PM seagasm <seagasm@...> wrote:
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Re: Fibreglass cowling enclosure around C Drive
seagasm <seagasm@...>
Thanks Eric, I don't think it is of any concern, the surveyor picked it up and this was his first Amel so he had no understanding of the construction.
Kind Regards Barry & Robyn Tradewinds III SM#171
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Re: Fibreglass cowling enclosure around C Drive
eric freedman
Hi Barry,
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At the base of the assembly where it joins the ballast there is an area which is round and probably covered with a black silicone type material. It is probably domed , indicating that the mounting bolt below it is loose. Remove the black stuff and see if tightening the bolt does the trick. There is also a (i think) a rubber sleeve around the bolt. If tightening the bolt is not possible then replace the sleeve. Then fill with a polysulfide or silicone. Fair Winds, Eric
On October 4, 2020 at 9:12 PM seagasm <seagasm@...> wrote:
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Re: Fibreglass cowling enclosure around C Drive
seagasm <seagasm@...>
Hi Eric, I don't want to remove it. The guy who did the survey noticed some movement to which I replied it was mounted on some rubber mounts somehow (I think).
Kind Regards Barry & Robyn Tradewinds III SM#171
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Re: Fibreglass cowling enclosure around C Drive
eric freedman
Barry,
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Why do you want to remove it? Fair Winds Eric SM 376 Kimberlite
On October 4, 2020 at 7:03 PM seagasm <seagasm@...> wrote:
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Fibreglass cowling enclosure around C Drive
seagasm <seagasm@...>
Does anyone have any information/sketch about the fibreglass enclosure around the C drive forward of the propeller. How is it secured and how can it be removed for maintenance.
Thank you Barry & Robyn Tradewinds III SM #171
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Re: AMEL orange boot stripe
seagasm <seagasm@...>
Actually, while we are on the subject of colour, using AWLGRIP for example, what is the recommended colour match for, the brown thin stripes on the deck, the light tan imitation teak on the deck (I think Desert Sand), the off white/light cream used about the external and cock pit surrounds, the white used on the hull?
Thank you Best Regards Barry & Robyn Tradewinds III SM #171
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Re: Forward looking Sonar - Amel 54 - Echopilot FLS 2D frequency vs B&G Sonic Speed Sensors or Depth Sounders
Germain Jean-Pierre
Hello Gang,
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I fully back Ken in his OpenCPN support and use. It is done brilliantly by sailors and it is FREE! Like most things, there is a learning curve to it. Cheers, Jean-Pierre Germain, Eleuthera, SM007, Opua, NZ
On 5 Oct 2020, at 08:46, Ken Powers SV Aquarius <ken@...> wrote:
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Re: AMEL orange boot stripe
Ken Powers SV Aquarius
I painted the boot stripe red, and just had it done in GelCoat. I am looking forward to seeing the longevity of GelCoat vs paint. The paint lasted about 2.5 years under the stern, but the bow still was looking great. Not sure what paint was used when I had it painted in Trinidad 2.5 years ago. Probably should have painted it the stock Orange like you are doing, but just liked red.
Regarding the photo from Jose.... They always look beautiful splash day! But, you don't know how good a job was done until 6 months later. Or, unless you watch the workers every second, or just do it yourself. But, even then you probably will find the problems in 6 months. Cheers, Ken Aquarius SM2K#262
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Re: Forward looking Sonar - Amel 54 - Echopilot FLS 2D frequency vs B&G Sonic Speed Sensors or Depth Sounders
Ken Powers SV Aquarius
To All,
Google overlays is not difficult to read, and is sometimes the only option for a map. In some places the maps are a 100 meters off. Take a look at the entrance to Maupiha'a in the French Polynesia. The entrance is a 30 meter wide channel, and only one place to get in and out. Most maps are 100 meters off. You can see the entrance clearly on google maps, and all the shallow areas in the middle of the atoll once inside. It's nice having a moving map showing the entrance. For this entrance the Navionics Maps were correct, but at the time I didn't have the google overlay, and I didn't know which map was correct. I had several maps, but which is correct? If I had the google overlays then I wouldn't have had to wait 4 hours outside until someone informed me over VHF which map was correct. The wind was 35kts and kind of rough when we entered Maupiha'a. Google Maps are just another tool that sailors can use to make sailing around the world a MUCH safer proposition. Many boats that ended up on a reef could have been saved with a quick look at a google map while doing the planning. And, please don't think it's like reading tea leaves, because it's more like a walk in the park. I also use a Mac for OpenCPN. I have never made a .kap file, I just go on line and search for .kap maps for the area I will be going. And, I have found most of the maps I was looking for. Currently I have 9GB of maps in my OpenCPN Folder. And I have 3 or 4 maps for each area. One more thing about OpenCPN. It's got a great Climatology tool. Shows all the paths of hurricanes, and typhoons over the past 30 years, and how strong and location each day of the year. It also shows the normal winds for each day of the year, which is great for planning ocean crossings! It also shows the currents, but have found this feature to be useless. I do all my crossing planning using these tools on OpenCPN. I encourage everyone to do a deep dive into the capabilities of this very helpful tool. Best. Ken Aquarius SM2K#262
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Re: Forward looking Sonar - Amel 54 - Echopilot FLS 2D frequency vs B&G Sonic Speed Sensors or Depth Sounders
Dave Ritten
Hi Porter
The latest version of Ge2kap is now called Sat2chart as it provides access to a number of different satellite image sources and produces output files in other formats besides kap. I have setup a windows virtual machine on my Mac in parallel with MacOS, this allows me to run any windows only apps that I need. I am using Vmware Fusion and it is efficient, easy to setup and relatively inexpensive. I recently created imagery for New Caledonia and Vanuatu on this machine and it worked quite well. Regards -- Dave Ritten Auckland Prospective SM Owner
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Re: Anchor roller
Hi Bill, I should think that sawing will certainly work, especially since the shaft is welded so it won't spin on you. SawzAll with a metal blade may be easier than a sabre saw, but either should do. Seems, though, that you'll still have the issue of drilling out the weldment.
Also, I suspect the original installation was welded purposely so all of the frictional forces were distributed across the full width of the roller's internal bushing. Replacing with a bolt will likely allow the shaft (new bolt) to turn rather than just the roller/bushing which may cause undue wear at both ends where there's a point load against the support brackets. With some salt crud build up I could see the ends of the bolt wearing through in (relatively) short order. You may want to weld the new bolt in place (just like the Captain did! :-) . -- Cheers, Craig - SN68 Sangaris, Tropic Isle Harbor, FL
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Anchor roller
william reynolds
It's time to replace my anchor roller. There have been a few inquires in the past but no suggestions.
The shaft is welded on both sides. Poor installation. The only remedy I can see is to sabre saw on either side of the roller and then drill new holes for a bolt in installation.. The previous hole that was welded will be much too hard to drill out. Anyone got any other ideas? Bill CloudStreet SM2000 #331
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Re: Forward looking Sonar - Amel 54 - Echopilot FLS 2D frequency vs B&G Sonic Speed Sensors or Depth Sounders
Gerhard Mueller
Hello Porter
Not only for Mac users: You can use the Squiddio plugin for OpenCPN and download ready to go Google Earth files in *.kap format with any visited place with squiddio. I suggest you register at https://squidd.io/ -- Gerhard Mueller Amel Sharki #60 Currently Kalamata, Greece
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Re: Forward looking Sonar - Amel 54 - Echopilot FLS 2D frequency vs B&G Sonic Speed Sensors or Depth Sounders
Porter McRoberts
We’re a Mac family. To download google map or bing map overlays, previously we needed a windows machine for creation of Kap files. Ge2kap I believe was the “program.” Www.Venturefurther.com allows creation of kap files for Mac users. FYI for others. Does anyone know of any additional methods for Mac only folks?
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And what a help opencpn and the google maps have been! Thanks Porter Porter McRoberts S/V IBIS A54-152 WhatsApp:+1 754 265 2206Www.fouribis.net
On Oct 3, 2020, at 6:09 AM, Germain Jean-Pierre <jp.germain45@...> wrote:
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Jimmy Cornell - Crossing the Atlantic via ZOOM and YouTube - Sat, 10/10/2020 20:00-21:00, Please RSVP
#cal-reminder
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Reminder: Jimmy Cornell - Crossing the Atlantic via ZOOM and YouTube When: Saturday, 10 October 2020, 20:00 to 21:00, (GMT+00:00) UTC Where:Internet ZOOM An RSVP is requested. Click here to RSVP Organizer: Bill Rouse brouse@... +18323804970 Description: Jimmy Cornell has influenced the contemporary cruising scene more than any other sailor. An accomplished sailor, public speaker and author, he has sailed over 200,000 miles in all oceans of the world including three circumnavigations as well as voyages to Antarctica and the Northwest Passage. Thousands of sailors have fulfilled their dream of blue water cruising with the help of Jimmy Cornell’s books, among them the international bestseller World Cruising Routes. Now in its 8th edition, and with over 200,000 copies sold to date, this is one of the best selling nautical publications in the world. As the founder of the highly successful ARC transatlantic rally, Jimmy Cornell is credited with having devised the offshore cruising rally concept. In the last four decades, Jimmy Cornell has organized 38 transatlantic rallies, five round the world rallies, and one round the world race, with over 3,000 boats and 15,000 sailors having participated in his sailing events. We are very pleased that Jimmy has taken time out of his very busy schedule to give a special ZOOM presentation to the Amel Yacht Owners Group. I encourage you to RSVP soon for this meeting. Join Zoom Meeting CW Bill Rouse
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Re: AMEL orange boot stripe
Jose Venegas
Ian, I used the Awlgrip and it looks very nice.
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Re: Forward looking Sonar - Amel 54 - Echopilot FLS 2D frequency vs B&G Sonic Speed Sensors or Depth Sounders
Germain Jean-Pierre
Hello James,
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I’d like to add some ideas about OpenCPN... I use it for plotting long trips and it’s functionality is very good. IMO, it is an essential backup tool to your other navigation system. It has also become useable on Apple computers in the last few years. For external GPS support, I chose GPS/GLONASS U-BLOX 7 available for GBP 7-8 on eBay. Got 3 ... just in case... and they all work from the Nav station. It is a reliable friend with ok charts. Navionics with their incorporated Sonar charts are better. In Fiji, I doubt any amount of concentration will keep you from touching bommies at some point; but if you navigate slowly, our boats help us stay safe. Enjoy! Jean-Pierre Germain, Eleuthera, SM007, Opua, NZ
On 3 Oct 2020, at 22:54, James Alton via groups.io <lokiyawl2@...> wrote:
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